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RMG NEWS : Reverse Mortgages Face The Music

In the last fiscal year, mortgage lenders funded 114,692 reverse mortgages under the FHA’s HECM program. Five years ago just 43,000 of reverse mortgage loans were written. Until a year ago, the reverse mortgage niche looked like a safe bet … Continue reading

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Adjustable rate home equity conversion mortgage

The Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) is FHA’s reverse mortgage program which enables you to withdraw some of the equity in your home. You choose how you want to withdraw your funds, whether in a fixed monthly amount or a line of credit or a combination of both. Continue reading

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Reverse Mortgages What is a reverse mortgage? A reverse mortgage is a loan that enables senior homeowners, age 62 and older, to convert part of their home equity into tax-free* income—without having to sell their home, … Continue reading

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How You Can Use the Money

How You Can Use the Money From a Reverse Mortgage Eliminate existing mortgage loan payments Payoff credit card debt Supplement retirement income Help pay for medical and prescription expenses Pay for in-home care, long term care insurance, Medicare supplement Use … Continue reading

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Reverse Mortgages

What You Need to Know About Reverse Mortgages The Basics of a Reverse Mortgage Reverse mortgage loans enable seniors to convert their home’s equity into tax-free cash, all while retaining the occupancy and ownership of their home. Unlike a traditional … Continue reading

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What are the ways to pay off an existing reverse mortgage if you do not have the access to the cash required?

You can sell the home, and the buyer’s money will pay off the reverse mortgage lender. If you do decide to pre-pay the reverse mortgage early, it may be possible to do so with no prepayment penalties. If you die, … Continue reading

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Cash may be used for any purpose

With Reverse Mortgages the money could be used for any purpose, such as: Eliminate existing mortgage loan payments Payoff credit card debt Supplement retirement income Help pay for medical and prescription expenses Pay for in-home care, long term care insurance, … Continue reading

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